Moussa Sissoko

Doubts continue to surround the future of French international Moussa Sissoko, who has played down reports he is unsettled at Newcastle United.

The 24-year-old has pledged his future to the club ahead of the World Cup, and told the Sunderland Echohe is "happy" at the club and ready to play his part next season.

However, the former Toulouse star, who will represent his country in next month’s showcase in Brazil, has been linked with a move to Monaco despite having over five years remaining on his current Toon deal.

In a report by the Daily Express’ Niall Hickman, the player’s agent, Federic Guerra, said: “We're only a year-and-a-half into his Newcastle contract, but open to all propositions for Moussa.”

Remy Cabella

Monday morning brought fresh reports that Montpellier playmaker Remy Cabella could finally be on his way to Newcastle United after months of speculation.

The 24-year-old was linked with the Toon in January in the wake of Yohan Cabaye’s departure, but the move appeared to be off, according to the Mirror's Liam Prenderville.

The player himself, however, has been waxing lyrical about the Magpies in his native France and opened the door to a potential switch to St James’ Park.

Speaking to Telefoot, via the Evening Chronicle’s Neil Cameron, Cabella said, “I have an agreement with the club (Montpellier), that I can leave if a good offer presents itself. I will think with an open mind before making my decision. Newcastle is a good English club. I will see what my coach and club tells me.”

Pierre-Michel Lasogga

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It’s no secret that Newcastle United are in the market for at least two new strikers, and German U-21 star Pierre-Michel Lasogga could be the first to arrive following a successful season-long loan at Hamburg from parent club Hertha VSC.

Alan Pardew is ready to move for the 22-year-old, with a £10 million fee in the offing.